Registration Eligibility

1. Educational Qualification:
   • Bachelor's degree in any discipline with required subjects.
   • Candidates must have passed the degree (no minimum % required from 2022 onwards).
   • Final-year students can also apply.
2. Nationality:
   • Indian nationals and foreign nationals are eligible.
3. Age Limit:
   • No age limit for JAM exam.
4. Subjects Eligibility:
   • Candidates must check subject-specific eligibility criteria of the institutes they are applying to.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The IIT JAM exam is divided into three sections:

✅ Section A – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

• Number of Questions: 30
• Total Marks: 50
• Each question has 4 options with only one correct answer.
• Negative marking is applicable:
  • 1 mark questions: -1/3
  • 2 mark questions: -2/3

✅ Section B – Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)

• Number of Questions: 10
• Total Marks: 20
• Each question may have one or more correct answers.
• No negative marking.
• All correct options must be selected to get full marks.

✅ Section C – Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

• Number of Questions: 20
• Total Marks: 30
• No options are given; candidates must enter a numerical value.
• No negative marking.

📊 Total Questions: 60 | Total Marks: 100

• Duration: 3 Hours
• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Medium: English

You can choose 1 subject from the following:

• Mathematics (MA)
• Physics (PH)
• Chemistry (CY)
• Biotechnology (BT)
• Mathematical Statistics (MS)
• Geology (GG)
• Economics (EN)

🟩 Each subject has a detailed syllabus based on your B.Sc. curriculum. For example:

• Mathematics includes calculus, algebra, real analysis, differential equations, etc.
• Physics includes mechanics, electricity & magnetism, optics, quantum mechanics, etc.

You should download the official syllabus PDF from the JAM website for full details.

How To Prepare

1. Understand the Syllabus & Pattern

• Start with the official syllabus and know the weightage of each topic.

2. Choose Right Books & Resources

• NCERT + B.Sc. textbooks
• IIT JAM preparation books (Arihant, GATE Academy, etc.)

3. Make a Study Plan

• Set monthly & weekly targets
• Include revision and mock tests

4. Practice Previous Year Papers

• Solve JAM papers of last 5–10 years

5. Take Mock Tests Regularly

• Use online platforms like Testbook, Eduncle, Unacademy, etc.

6. Join Coaching (Optional)

• For structured guidance (Offline/Online)

Admit Card

• The admit card is released on the official JAM portal about 2–3 weeks before the exam.
• You must download and print it from the official website.

🔍 Details on Admit Card:

• Name & Roll Number
• Photograph & Signature
• Exam Date & Time
• Exam Center Address
• Instructions to follow

🔑 Important:

• Carry a valid ID proof (like Aadhar, Passport, PAN) along with the Admit Card on the exam day.
• No entry without a printed admit card.